Sorbalgon Calcium Alginate Dressing
Calcium alginate A soft gelling alginate dressing composed of textile fibres of calcium alginate. It is a highly conformable dressing ideal for managing cavity wounds. When it comes into contact with wound exudate or blood, a gel is formed by the exchange of calcium ions in the dressing for the sodium ions in the wound fluid. This gel provides a supportive, protective environment for the development of granulating tissue while managing excess exudate. Sorbalgon at a glance: . Good dry and wet integrity allow for easy removal of gelled dressing . Sorbalgon is useful in exudate management of highly exudating cavity and superficial wounds.
Sorbalgon is indicated for use on chronic or acute moderate to heavily draining wounds.
Do not use on any patients who may be allergic to any of its ingredients.